Lakeshore Museum Center

May Saturdays: STEAM Along the Lakeshore
2025-05-03 10:00 - 15:00 (America/Detroit) | Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
The Museum is once again participating in the STEAM Along the Lakeshore event alongside many other downtown organizations.
Stop by our location to make your own coffee filter paratroopers.
Free for members and Muskegon county residents, $5 for out-of-county.

After Dark Tour
2025-05-02 21:00 - 22:00 | Hackley & Hume Historic Site, 484 W. Webster Ave., Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
Have you ever explored history after the sun sets?
Experience the Hackley and Hume Historic Site After Dark! This unique evening tour invites you to discover the Site in a whole new light. Learn about the lumbering business, the Hackley and Hume families, and life during the Victorian Era in Muskegon.
Gather your friends or family and join us for this unforgettable after-hours adventure!
Space is limited, so secure your tickets today!
Check-in at the City Barn (carriage house) behind the Hackley and Hume Historic Site.
Free parking is available on Webster Avenue and 6th Street.
$15 for non-members, $10 for members
Register here: bit.ly/TourAfterDark

Muskegon Heritage Museum of Business and Industry 2025 Season Opening
2025-05-01 11:00 - 16:00 | Muskegon Heritage Museum, 561 W Western Ave., Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
The Muskegon Heritage Museum of Business & Industry invites you to join us for the start of the 2025 Season on May 1!
Our season’s operating hours are:

May – OctoberWed – Sat: 11:00am–4:00pmSun – Tues: CLOSED

Muskegon Historic Sites Opening May 1
2025-05-01 | MI
The Muskegon Historic Sites which include the Hackley & Hume Historic Site, Fire Barn Museum, and Scolnik House of the Depression Era and the Muskegon Heritage Museum of Business & Industry are all opening for the summer season on May 1!
The Muskegon Historic Sites are Open Thursday through Monday from 10am-4pm with the exception of Sunday which is 1-4pm. The Muskegon Heritage Museum of Business & Industry is open Wednesday through Saturday 11am-4pm. We hope to see you around our museum campus soon!

Muskegon Heritage Museum of Business and Industry
2025 Hours will be:
Wednesday-Saturday 11:00-4:00pm every week except for holidays.
Our last day of the 2025 season will be October 31.
Regular Ticket prices apply:
Museum Members: FREE
Adults (13 and over):$5
Youth (0-12):FREE
Group Rates (20+):$4
7-DAY HISTORY PASS (Good for one admission to each site during the 7 days after date of purchase)
Adults (13-64):$20
Seniors (65+):$17
Youth (3-12):$8
Get more info and plan your visit to the Muskegon Museum of Business & Industry: lakeshoremuseum.org/muskegon-heritage-museum

LMC Board of Directors Meeting
2025-04-28 16:30 - 17:30 | Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
The Lakeshore Museum Center’s Board of Directors Meetings will take place on the following days.
All will be held at 4:30pm in the MMHS Auditorium.

January 27 – Annual Meeting of the Membership, public welcome.
Zoom Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89978732994?pwd=[REDACTED]
February 24
March 24
April 28
May 19
June 23
July – no meeting
August 25
September 22
October 27
November 24
December 11

April Saturdays: Corner Bookmarks
2025-04-26 13:00 - 15:00 | Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
Visit the museum to craft your own corner cover bookmark. You can create a simple silly face or get fancy with a long eared bunny or a scaled lizard to guard your pages.
Free for members and Muskegon county residents, $5 for out-of-county.

Flashlight Tour
2025-04-25 20:00 - 21:00 | Hackley & Hume Historic Site, 484 W. Webster Ave., Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
Join us for the Hackley & Hume Flashlight Tour! Experience these historic homes in a whole new light on a 60-minute interactive adventure. With flashlights in hand, you and your group will explore the hidden corners of the Hackley and Hume Houses, uncovering their beauty, intrigue, and the fascinating stories of the lives-and deaths-of those who once called them home.
Space is limited, so be sure to secure your tickets today!
When you arrive, check in at the City Barn (carriage house) behind the Hackley and Hume Historic Site. Free parking is available on Webster Avenue and 6th Street.
Intoxicated guests will not be admitted and will not receive a refund.
$15 for members & $20 for non-members.
Geared for ages 10 and up.
Register at Zeffy Link: bit.ly/FlashlightTour

Friday Family Fun Night - Rocks!
2025-04-25 17:30 - 19:30 | Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
This night is going to rock as we focus on rocks and minerals. Join us to learn about the different types of rocks, learn about the rock cycle using candy, examine some rocks under black light to see what secrets they reveal, and see some of the museum’s rock and mineral collections.
This event is free for all visitors.
This event is sponsored by:

Little Learners Play & Learn Fall ’24 – Spring ‘25
2025-04-24 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-04-10 10:00 - 11:00, 2025-03-27 10:00 - 11:00 | Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
You are invited to join a special Play and Learn program at the Muskegon Museum of History and Science on the second and fourth Thursday of each month, except November & December which will be the 2nd Thursdays only.
“Little Learners” is a free literacy-based program for Muskegon County infants and toddlers ages 0-4. During this program participants will be invited to join us for a 15-20 minute organized story time followed by free play.
Registration via Zeffy is required but there is no charge for this program. All attendees must register including caregivers & siblings.
Register here: https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/e4967880-0e8c-4e8c-9f98-19b74b521a7b
This program will run for 50-60 minutes. During this program adults and children will have fun learning through songs, stories, sensory stations, motor skills stations, art and more! We will have a free book for families to take home as well as special crafts.Our themes for this session will be:Sept/Oct: DinosaursNov: Mini & Little Read of the LakeshoreDec: WinterJan/Feb: FeelingsMarch/April: ReptilesMay/June: People Movers
Funding for these programs has been provided by the Michigan Arts and Culture Council and National Endowment of the Arts.

April Saturdays: Scavenger Hunt - I-Spy
2025-04-19 13:00 - 15:00 | Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
As you explore the museum, try your hand at our I-Spy. See if you can find all the objects and answer the question that goes along with the item.
Free for members and Muskegon county residents, $5 for out-of-county.

Little Learners Play & Learn Saturdays
2025-04-19 10:00 - 11:00 | Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
You are invited to join a special Play and Learn program at the Muskegon Museum of History and Science on the third Saturday of October, November, January, February, March, April & May.
October 19November 16January 18February 15March 15April 19May 17
Little Learners is a free literacy-based program for Muskegon County infants and toddlers ages 0-4. During this 50-60 minute program, participants will be invited to join us for a 15-20 minute organized storytime with songs followed by free play including sensory stations, fine and gross motor skills stations, art stations, and more.
Registration via Zeffy is required but there is no charge for this program. All attendees must register, including caregivers & siblings.
Register here: https://www.zeffy.com/ticketing/098774bf-7e54-4967-be72-8a710c2a8064
We will have a free book for families to take home, as well as special crafts and activities to do.
Our themes for this session will be:Oct: DinosaursNov: Mini & Little Read of the LakeshoreDec: WinterJan/Feb: FeelingsMarch/April: ReptilesMay: People Movers

All Access Tour
2025-04-18 19:00 - 20:30 | Hackley & Hume Historic Site, 484 W. Webster Ave., Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
Have you ever wondered what lies behind closed doors?
Join us for a special All Access Tour and explore areas of the Hackley & Hume Houses rarely seen by visitors. Discover hidden spaces like attics, basements, and porches – places not included in the classic tour. Along the way, enjoy fascinating stories about the Hackley and Hume families, learn about exciting restoration projects, and hear the latest research discoveries that bring these historic homes to life.
Space is limited, so secure your tickets today! Check in at the City Barn (carriage house) behind the Hackley and Hume Historic Site. Free parking is available on Webster Avenue and 6th Street.
$20 for non-members, $15 for members
Register here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/all-access-tour-3

This activity is supported by the MICHIGAN ARTS AND CULTURE COUNCIL and the NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS.

Programs, Propaganda, and Posters: How the Home Front was Shaped in WWII
2025-04-17 18:00 - 19:00 | Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
During World War II there were many changes on the home front as the war demanded many supplies, resources, and certain standards. To inform theAmerican public on this, the war department made many propaganda pieces. In this lecture we will talk about the various programs and posters county residents saw, what was asked of them, and analyze the artwork displayed on these posters.
This event is free for Muskegon County residents and $5 for non-residents.
Register here: www.zeffy.com/ticketing/programs-propaganda-and-posters-how-the-home-front-was-shaped-in-wwii

Homeschool Days
2025-04-15 10:00 - 11:30 | Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
This hour and a half program will invite families to explore the museum with activities at a variety of age levels around our monthly theme/topic.
We will have time as a large group for an introduction and then families will be welcome to explore the theme stations and the museum on their own. Stations will be available until 11:30.
Schedule:● 10:00 – 10:15 Check in and Big Group Introduction● 10:20-11:30 Theme Stations and independent exploration (There will be at least two; one for older children and one for younger. Families will be welcome to do one the other or both.)● 11:30 Program Ends. Families are welcome to stay or depart.
Themes:● April 15: WWII and the Muskegon Homefront● May 20: Microscopic World
You must register via Zeffy for this program. We will be releasing links to sign up two-three months at a time.
Register here: https://bit.ly/LMCHomeschoolMarchApril

Coffee with Classmates
2025-04-14 09:30 - 10:30 | Holton Library, 8776 Holton-Duck Lake Rd, Holton, MI, 49425, United States
Coffee with Classmates
Join the Lakeshore Museum Center to reminisce with materials from our collections and archives for each school. Drop in on your school’s date below for coffee, snacks, and memories with classmates. You are also welcome to bring your own yearbooks and photos to share.
Date:
April 14th from 9:30-10:30am: Holton at Holton Library

April Saturdays: Victory Gardens - Take Home Activity
2025-04-12 13:00 - 15:00 | Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
In honor of Earth Day, we will be making Victory Garden starters. You’ll be able to plant a variety of vegetables that you can take home and watch them grow.
Free for members and Muskegon county residents, $5 for out-of-county.

Hackley Attic Escape Room
2025-04-11 17:00 - 18:30 | Hackley & Hume Historic Site, 484 W. Webster Ave., Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
Step into the Hackley House like never before! The mysterious Hackley Attic awaits you and your friends, ready to challenge you with puzzles, locks, and riddles.
Can you escape in just 80 minutes while uncovering the rich history of Muskegon? This unforgettable adventure is limited to 10 guests per session, so be sure to secure your tickets today!
When you arrive, check in at the City Barn (carriage house) behind the Hackley and Hume Historic Site. Free parking is available on Webster Avenue and 6th Street.
TICKETS: $20 for members & $25 for non-members
Register here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/hackley-attic-escape-room-2

This activity is supported by the MICHIGAN ARTS AND CULTURE COUNCIL and the NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE ARTS.

Spring Break Open House
2025-04-11 11:00 - 14:00 | Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
Join us during spring break to have fun in the museum! This open house will be themed around our newest exhibit Home Front Hero’s which looks as life in Muskegon during World War II. Run around trying to turn off all the lights the fastest for our blackout drill, make a paper victory garden, and join the civil defense service to drill to protect Muskegon.
This event is free for museum members and Muskegon County residents and $5 for non-county residents.

STEM Camp
2025-04-10 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-04-09 09:00 - 12:00, 2025-04-08 09:00 - 12:00 | Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
Looking for something engaging for your kids over the break? Our three day camp aims to spark their curiosity and knowledge with a variety of topics such as circuits and electricity, and simple chemistry reactions.
We’ll also spend time in our newest exhibit, Home Front Heroes teaching them about local WWII efforts.
For ages 8-15.
$15 for members
$20 non-members
Registration for this event is full. If you would like to be added to the waitlist, please contact jennifer@lakeshoremuseum.org.

April Saturdays: Watercolor Umbrella - Arts and Craft
2025-04-05 13:00 - 15:00 | Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
They say April showers bring May flowers, so let’s get prepared by creating umbrella artwork.
Use watercolor paint to make a colorful umbrella and a rainy background.
Free for members and Muskegon county residents, $5 for out-of-county.

Spring Break Opening - Muskegon Heritage Museum of Business and Industry
2025-04-05 11:00 - 16:00 | Muskegon Heritage Museum of Business and Industry, 561 W. Western Ave, Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
Looking to get out of the house on your spring break staycation?
Be a hometown tourist and visit the Muskegon Heritage Museum of Business & Industry for our special Saturday opening on 4/5 from 11am to 4pm.
Regular admission rates apply–members and children12 & under: free, adults and seniors: $5

Muskegon Heritage Museum Spring Break Speaker Series - Milkweed and WWII: Noxious Weed or Strategic Wartime Material
2025-04-03 18:00 - 19:00 | Muskegon Heritage Museum of Business and Industry, 561 W. Western Ave, Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
This year the Muskegon Heritage Museum of Business and Industry will again be hosting a Spring Speaker Series. We will be looking at an exhibit in process about Black-Owned Media, and we will also be looking at a little-known WWII salvage material.
Both evenings are free to the public, but reservations are requested and light refreshments will be provided.
Register here: https://bit.ly/MHMBISpringSpeakerSeries
4/3/25Milkweed and WWII: Noxious Weed or Strategic Wartime Material
Join us, as Andi Kantola from the Muskegon Conservation District and Wendy VanWoerkom from the Lakeshore Museum Center help guests look at the milkweed plant. We will discuss the plant’s natural history and importance to habitats in our area. We will also look at how it transitioned from its status with farmers as a noxious weed in the 1940’s to its wartime role as a strategic material. Don’t miss out on this chance to hear about the contributions of Muskegon citizens to gather this most unusual salvage for the WWII effort.

Coffee with Classmates
2025-04-02 10:00 - 11:00 | White Lake Library, 3900 W White Lake Dr, Whitehall, 49461
Coffee with Classmates
Join the Lakeshore Museum Center to reminisce with materials from our collections and archives for each school. Drop in on your school’s date below for coffee, snacks, and memories with classmates. You are also welcome to bring your own yearbooks and photos to share.
Dates:
April 2nd from 10-11am: Whitehall at White Lake Library
April 14th from 9:30-10:30am: Holton at Holton Library

Coffee with Classmates
2025-04-01 13:00 - 14:00 | Ravenna Library, 12278 Stafford St, Ravenna, 49451, United States
Coffee with Classmates
Join the Lakeshore Museum Center to reminisce with materials from our collections and archives for each school. Drop in on your school’s date below for coffee, snacks, and memories with classmates. You are also welcome to bring your own yearbooks and photos to share.
Dates:
April 1st from 1-2pm: Ravenna at Ravenna Library
April 2nd from 10-11am: Whitehall at White Lake Library
April 14th from 9:30-10:30am: Holton at Holton Library

March Saturdays: Pigpen Ciphers - A Decoding Activity
2025-03-29 13:00 - 15:00 | Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
During the war, a variety of codes and ciphers were created for secretly passing information around, like pigpen ciphers. It takes the alphabet and places them in a two grid system. This grid system can be used to decode messages. Can you make your own ciphers?
Free for members and Muskegon county residents, $5 for out-of-county.

Coffee with Classmates
2025-03-26 08:00 - 09:00 | Muskegon Museum of History and Science, 430 W. Clay Ave, Muskegon, MI, 49440, United States
Coffee with Classmates
Join the Lakeshore Museum Center to reminisce with materials from our collections and archives for each school. Drop in on your school’s date below for coffee, snacks, and memories with classmates. You are also welcome to bring your own yearbooks and photos to share.
Dates:
February 12th: Mona Shores
February 21st: Reeths-Puffer
February 27th: Muskegon
March 5th: Fruitport
March 13th: Orchard View
March 14th: Muskegon Catholic and Western Michigan Christian
March 19th: North Muskegon
March 26th: Muskegon Heights
Where: Muskegon Museum of History & Science 430 W. Clay Ave. Muskegon MI 49445
When: 8am-9am
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April 1st from 1-2pm: Ravenna at Ravenna Library
April 2nd from 10-11am: Whitehall at White Lake Library
April 14th from 9:30-10:30am: Holton at Holton Library
